Disability payments stopped unexpectedly despite approval - EDD paperwork nightmare
Hey everyone, I'm in a bit of a pickle. My disability payments suddenly stopped even though I have approval through March next year. The agency asked for more paperwork from my doctor, which I've already sent in. Has anyone else dealt with this? Any advice on how to get this sorted out quickly?
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Carmen Vega
Ugh, classic bureaucracy nonsense. I've been there, and it's so frustrating. Have you tried calling them directly? Sometimes that's the only way to get things moving.
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Yuki Kobayashi
•I've been trying to call for days, but the lines are always busy. It's driving me crazy!
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Andre Rousseau
•Pro tip: call right when they open. Like, set an alarm and everything. It's annoying, but it works.
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Yuki Kobayashi
•Thanks for the tip! I'll give that a shot tomorrow morning. 🙏
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Zoe Stavros
This happened to me last year. Turns out there was a glitch in there system and my paperwork got 'lost'. Keep calling and don't give up!
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Yuki Kobayashi
•Oh no, that's terrible! How long did it take you to get it resolved?
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Zoe Stavros
•It took about 3 weeks of constant calling and emails. Stay persistent!
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Jamal Harris
I found a method to get someone on the phone. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ
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GalaxyGlider
•Sounds too good to be true. Has anyone else tried this?
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Mei Wong
•I'm skeptical. Why should we have to pay to talk to someone about our benefits? 🤔
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Jamal Harris
•I get the skepticism, but it honestly saved me so much time and stress. Worth every penny for me.
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Liam Sullivan
•Can you give more details about how it works? Do they guarantee you'll get through?
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Jamal Harris
•They don't guarantee it, but in my experience, it worked like a charm. You just enter your phone number, and they call you when they get an agent. Simple as that.
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Amara Okafor
Here's what you need to do: 1. Document everything. Keep a log of all your calls, emails, and paperwork submissions. 2. Contact your local state representative or senator. They often have staff dedicated to helping with these issues. 3. If you're really in a bind, consider reaching out to local media. Sometimes public pressure can work wonders. 4. Check if there's an ombudsman office for the disability agency. They can often cut through red tape. 5. Don't forget to ask about retroactive payments once it's resolved. You're entitled to that money. 6. If all else fails, consider consulting with a disability rights attorney. Many offer free consultations. Remember, you're not alone in this. The system can be a nightmare, but don't give up. Your benefits are your right!
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Yuki Kobayashi
•Wow, thank you so much for this detailed advice! I'll definitely start working through this list. Really appreciate it! 💯
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Giovanni Colombo
•This is gold. Mods should pin this comment!
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Fatima Al-Qasimi
have you checked your online account? sometimes they post updates there that dont make it to snail mail
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StarStrider
OMG I'm literally dealing with the exact same thing rn. It's like they WANT us to suffer or smthn 🤬
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Yuki Kobayashi
•Ugh, I'm sorry you're going through this too. It's so stressful!
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StarStrider
•ikr? lets keep each other updated. strength in numbers and all that jazz 💪
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Dylan Campbell
Not to be that guy, but have you double-checked that you sent in ALL the required paperwork? They can be real sticklers about that stuff.
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Yuki Kobayashi
•Yeah, I triple-checked everything. That's what's so frustrating!
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Sofia Torres
This is why we need major reform in the disability benefits system. It's a disgrace how they treat people who are already struggling. 😤
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Dmitry Sokolov
•Preach! 🙌 We should start a petition or something.
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Ava Martinez
•Good luck with that. Politicians don't care about us little guys. 🙄
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Sofia Torres
•That attitude is exactly why nothing changes. We gotta at least try!
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Miguel Ramos
Have you considered reaching out to a disability advocate? They can sometimes work miracles with this stuff.
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